I am very new, yet I am one that comprehend information step by step as visualizing a checklist of what to do next.

Don't worry, I'm not affiliated with these two guys. 

turn-key buy-and-hold investment properties with Real Wealth Network based out of CA--a free network where you can get lots of free education + free investment counseling and they vet turn-key affiliates in a number of different markets: realwealthnetwork.comWe have used conventional loans (20% down) for all four of our properties so far.The best "guru" specific to buy-and-hold real estate investments that I have found is Keith Weinhold.

There is a local REIA tonight in Charlotte with a lot of investors who thus a lot of experience (I am in no way affiliated with said REIA thus I recommend it because I think its a good place to learn not for personal profit).

I have never used it nor am I affiliated with it, just remeber hearing about it several years ago. 

BECAUSE only once you realize that fundamental flaw, will you then be capable of comprehending the solutions.

I understand the owners and maybe other affiliated with Rocket were dumping tons of money in the the city to make it a nicer place to live and work and attract younger workers.   

Hi Keith -Unfortunately, I'm unfamiliar with that specific geography -- I'm a sales agent that works alongside NAI Heritage in Ocala, Florida.However, I do recommend you try reaching out to one of our Affiliate partners: NAI Meridian.

REACT (yes I am also and affiliate for them) is really pretty simple, find a  nice FSBO, get and agreement (contract) on it, market it for a profit and hopefully sell it.  

I am excited to be affiliating myself with fellow real estate investors!